Four evidence-based methods for designing, building & deploying active learning activities with your favourite LLM.
https://drphilippahardman.substack.com/p/how-to-build-practice-based-learning…
Using AI makes writing more bland, study finds
Teams from Google and leading universities found that large-language models change the voice, tone and intended meaning of human authors.
Mapping Out Claude Courses
Curious about Claude’s offerings, I asked it to lay out the courses for me as an educator. Here’s what it came up with.
Teachers Move Beyond AI Basics to More Sophisticated Instructional Uses
AI has far greater potential than basic tasks, but teachers need training to use advanced, agentic tools that enhance professional judgment and support complex teaching work.
GenAI for Instructional Designers: “It should be the sidekick” – An Interview with Luke Hobson
Luke Hobson, an instructional designer and educator, shares how generative AI supports (but doesn’t replace) human-centered learning, emphasizing its role as a “sidekick” in design, collaboration, and engagement.
10 Ways Technology Has Made Us Less Patient & 10 Ways to Fix It Before It’s Too Late
Technology has made life more convenient but has significantly reduced our patience, making it harder to tolerate waiting and requiring intentional habit changes to restore balance.
I Made an IAN.md (And You Should Make One Too)
AI conversations repeatedly waste time on re-establishing user context, and a simple “context file” solves this by giving the AI immediate, consistent understanding of who you are and how you work.
Top 10 Best AI Tools to Automate Your Entire Workflow in 2026 (No Coding Required)
AI has transformed work by automating repetitive tasks and evolving from simple chatbots to autonomous agents that streamline workflows.
Get Certified in AI for Free: Anthropic Launches Massive New Academy
The Anthropic AI Academy provides a free, structured 13-course program that builds practical and theoretical AI skills for all levels, from beginners to advanced users, with real-world applications and certifications.
University of California executive warns of AI’s risk to higher education
The University of California’s chief investment officer warned the universities can’t afford to miss out on AI, but warned that the tech also presents a major risk.
‘I wish I could push ChatGPT off a cliff’: professors scramble to save critical thinking in an age of AI
As AI has upended the way students learn, academics worry about the future of the humanities – and society at large.
SOLA – Saylor Online Learning Assistant: AI-powered learning coach Moodle plugin
SOLA, an open-source AI learning assistant Moodle plugin by Saylor Academy, was built in just three weeks to give students a personalized study coach with features like adaptive quizzes, voice practice, and customized study plans.
https://github.com/saylordotorg/moodle-local_ai_course_assistant…
Who Owns AI-Generated Content?
GenAI is reshaping education by creating legal uncertainty and trust issues around copyright, yet emerging trends suggest AI-generated content may enable more open, accessible educational resources.
Top 10 AI Tools for Teachers in 2026 to Enhance Classroom Productivity
Top 10 AI Tools Teachers Can Use in 2026 to Improve Lesson Planning, Grading, and Student Engagement.
Is AI Making Us Smarter, Or Just Lazier? A College Student’s Perspective
AI rapidly shifted from novelty to everyday student reliance, transforming how schoolwork is done while raising concerns about overdependence and academic integrity.